Because It Is Impossible to Make an Unlimited Number of Observations

question 19

Multiple Choice

Because it is impossible to make an unlimited number of observations, researchers often collect data from _______ instead of from _______.

• A) samples; populations
• B) parameters; populations
• C) statistics; samples
• D) parameters; statistics

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Definitions:

Decimals

Numerical digits that represent fractions of ten, used to express numbers less than one or to provide precision in numerical representations.

Mixed/Whole Numbers

Numbers consisting of an integer and a fractional part, typically represented as a whole number and a proper fraction.

Percents

A mathematical representation of a fraction of 100, used to describe proportions or rates.

Decimals

Numbers expressed using a decimal system, involving a point to separate the whole number from the fractional part.